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Theater & Performance
01/30/2009—09/02/2020 | Peter Pan
<p>Peter Pan, Presented by San Mateo High School--Our actors will fly across the stage as they present the exciting adventures of Peter, Wendy, Michael, John, Tinkerbell, the Lost Boys, Tiger Lily, and, of course, the delightfully villainous Captain Hook. A great show for the entire family! The enchanting score contains the show’s many memorable classics, including I Gotta Crow, I'm Flying, and Neverland. Tickets: $10 for children, students and seniors, $15 for adults; www.smhsdrama.org, or (650) 558-2375. Jan. 30 - Feb. 8, 2009, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m.</p>
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Exhibits
07/21/2009—12/06/2009 | Earthquake Exhibit to Open July 21
<p>San Mateo County History Museum at 2200 Broadway in Redwood City will open "I Survived the Great Quake of 1989: Recollections of Loma Prieta Earthquake" on July 21. The exhibit will feature KGO-TV news coverage, photographs, artifacts and personal accounts from San Mateo County residents. You will have a chance to share your own personal stories. Admission is $4 for Adults, $2 for students and seniors and children under 6 are free. The exhibit will close on Sunday, December 6,2009. Call 650-299-0104 for more information.</p>
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Art
09/08/2009—12/19/2009 | Art Classes for Tots to Preteens
<p>Drop-In Art Classes at the San Francisco Children's Art Center Come explore painting, printmaking,sculpture, photography, and more. Class sizes are small and emphasize individual style, discovery, and exploration. Financial assistance is available. Please call in advance to reserve a space. (415) 771-0292. 204 Bay St, #C, San Francisco. childrensartcenter.org. </p>
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Art
10/02/2009—01/24/2010 | Open Source Embroidery
<p>San Francisco’s Museum of Craft and Folk Art is pleased to present the project, Open Source Embroidery, which includes workshops and exhibitions that investigate how the open source software development model has been incorporated into the language of cultural participation. This major exhibition at MOCFA brings together individual and collectively made artworks by artists, makers, computer programmers and html users that explore the relationship between craft and code through social and digital networks. $5 general admission, under 18: FREE. 51 Yerba Buena Lane, San Francisco. 415-227-4888. mocfa.org. </p>
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Support Groups
10/19/2009—10/17/2011 | Mid-Peninsula La Leche League
<p>La Leche League is proud to announce 3 new meetings on the Peninsula in San Bruno, San Mateo and Redwood City. At our monthly meetings, mothers share not only their questions and concerns, but also the benefits and joys of breastfeeding. See our website for meeting times, dates and locations. www.lllnorcal.org</p>
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Parent Education
10/29/2009—12/10/2009 | The Art of Conception
<p>KAISER MEMBERS ONLY! Please call to register 650.301.4445. Class Dates: Oct. 29, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Nov. 19 - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Dec. 10 - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. If you've been trying to get pregnant for at least one year without success, please join us for this free and informative class. Topics include: - Common causes of infertility - Common tests for infertility - Possible treatments available - Monitoring Basal Body Temperature - Women's Fertility Cycle - Male and Female Anatomy</p>
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Parent Education
11/02/2009—12/19/2009 | Healthy Beginnings: Early Pregnancy
<p>*FOR KAISER MEMBERS ONLY! Dates: Nov. 2, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Nov. 14, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Dec. 19, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Learn about prenatal care and what to expect during your first trimester. No children please. Topics include: important information about available lab and genetic screening tests, how your baby is growing, mom's changes, common discomforts of pregnancy and methods of self care, and nutrition during pregnancy. We recommend you attend this group session in your first trimester.</p>
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Parent Education
11/03/2009—12/22/2009 | Labor Preparation (4 session class)
<p>Start Dates: Nov. 3, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call Health Education Kaiser to register 650.301.4445 Join us for this four-session Labor Preparation class and learn what to expect during labor and birth. This class provides ample opportunity for partners of our mothers to practice their role for labor. We recommend that you attend during your seventh or eigth month of pregnancy. Please where comfortable clothing and bring your partner or support person.</p>
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Fitness & Wellness
11/09/2009—12/07/2009 | Mom & Baby Yoga: Relax and bond with your baby... (5 sessions)
<p>A yoga class for moms and their babies from age six weeks to crawling. This class will focus on yoga postures to balance and replenish the body, strengthen abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, and tone the uterus. Topics include: -Poses that parents can do with their baby -Poses designed specifically for babies -Breath awareness and deep relaxation Stop by our Health Education Department in Daly City on the 4th floor or call (650)301-4445</p>
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Parent Education
11/09/2009—12/06/2009 | Healthy Beginnings: Mid-Pregnancy
<p>KAISER MEMBERS ONLY! Call to register 650.301.4622 Class Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 Nov 9 Dec 14 2010 Dates 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10, 6/14, 7/12, 9/9, 9/13, 10/18, 11/8, 12/6 For expectant moms and their partners, this free, single-session class explores a range of topics, including how your baby is growing in the second trimester and warning signs of pre-term labor. We recommend that you take this class between 13 and 27 weeks of pregnancy. Topics include: - Fetal development - Lab tests & procedures - Nutrition - Symptoms/prevention of pre-term labor. </p>
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Theater & Performance
11/12/2009—11/15/2009 | The Diary of Anne Frank - Carlmont High School
<p>Carlmont High School presents The Diary of Anne Frank,an inspiring story of perseverance and hope, which serves as a timeless lesson that the spirit of a child is impossible to deny. A must see for anyone who wants to try to understand the effects on families during this tragic period. The Diary of Anne Frank will be from November 12 - 14 at 7pm and November 15 at 2pm in the new Carlmont High School Performing Arts Center at 1400 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Buy tickets at www.carlmontperformingarts.com or buy tickets at the door 1 hour before performance.</p>
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Theater & Performance
11/13/2009—11/22/2009 | Bay Area eTc production of WILLY WONKA
<p>The Bay Area Educational Theater Company presents WILLY WONKA Bring the whole family to enjoy this delicious, candy-filled adventure! Based on the Roald Dahl book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Nov 13th- Nov 22 Canada College Main Theater 4200 Farm Hill Blvd, Redwood City Fridays: 7:30 PM Saturdays: 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM Sundays: 2:00 PM For tickets and more info, visit www.bayareaetc.org</p>
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Theater & Performance
11/13/2009—11/22/2009 | Mystery on 13th Street
<p>Presented by San Carlos Children's Theater. November 13-22, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 PM and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 1 PM. Tickets $10-12. Performed at Heather School Auditorium, 2757 Melendy Drive, San Carlos, 650-594-2730 www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com Can the towns eccentric inventor help students clean up a vacant lot or will they all be turned into cats by the mad scientist? Will the bullies get in the way of their efforts because- where will they hang out if the park is cleaned up? It is a Mystery on 13th Street.</p>
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Festivals & Fairs
11/14/2009 | Tiburon Peninsula Children's Book Festival
<p>Bring the children to this free day long event where they can meet their favorite authors and illustrators, including Marissa Moss (Amelia's Notebook, Max Disaster), Jenny Holm (Baby Mouse), Jane Wattenberg (The Duck and the Kangaroo), Vivian Walsh (Olive the Other Reindeer, June and August), and others. Hundreds of new and best-selling children's and adult titles will be for sale. Books, food, music and fun for all ages! Proceeds benefit RUSD PTA. Location: Del Mar Middle School, 105 Avenida Miraflores, Tiburon. www.reedschools.org/bookfestival.</p>
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Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
This Young Performers Theatre production tells the story of how Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy wander through an old wardrobe and discover a fascinating new world. Oct. 24-Nov. 15. 1pm Sat.; and 1pm and 3:30pm Sun. $10 adults, $7 children under 13. Fort Mason, Building C, Room 300.415-346-5550. ypt.org.
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Parent Education
11/14/2009 | Special Education Training Event Rights to Related Services
<p>LEIGH LAW GROUP Rights To Related Services In The Public Schools Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Date: November 14, 2009 Location: 870 Market Street, 11th Floor Conference Room Who Should Come: Parents, Providers and Educators Interested In Learning More about Speech, Occupational Therapy, Counseling and Assessment for Special Education Students Cost: $10.00 SPECIAL PRESENTERS: Mosaic Child and Family Therapy Services: http://www.mosaicchildandfamily.com • Dr. Rebecca Fineman, PhD. • Amy Travers - M.S., CCC-SLP • Barbara A. Ram, MPH, OTR/L, S</p>
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Parent Education
11/14/2009 | Free Guardianship & Estate Planning Educational Event
<p>Saturday, November 14, 2009 3:30pm The Little Gym/Best Buy Shopping Center, 170 Donahue Street, Sausalito Get 9 Surefire Strategies For Protecting Your Children Thea Beatie Eliot, Attorney at Law and Local Mom How to choose the right guardian and make sure dysfunctional family members do not get custody of your children; Why Estate Planning is a crucial protection for children no matter how much money you have; How to take control of your finances and get your financial house in order, and much more. Free Childcare For Event! Register Today at www.TheaLaw.com or call: 415-451-0123.</p>
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Parent Education
11/14/2009 | Is it dyslexia?
<p>If you, or someone you know is having difficulties with reading, writing, math, speaking or thinking clearly, or attention deficits, please join us for this free informational seminar that will shine new light on helping correct the debilitating effects of dyslexia! 2-4pm. Sunrise Center, 645 Tamalpais Dr., Ste. A, Corte Madera. Call (415) 479-1700 To register& information http://isitdyslexia.homestead.com/index.html</p>
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School-related Events
11/14/2009 | Preschool carnival
<p>Campbell Parents' Participation Preschool invites you to "Sail Around the World" at their Fall Carnival Fundraiser. Saturday, November 14th from 10am - 1pm. Carnival games, bouncy house, crafts, food, International bake sale, raffle, and more. Come dressed in International Costume or as your favorite sailor, pirate, submarine captain, mermaid, etc. Recommended for kids 5 and under. No admission fee --- game tickets from $1. All proceeds benefit our school. Rain or shine. 528 Harrison Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008. www.cppp.com</p>
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Benefits and Fundraisers
11/14/2009 | The First Annual Family Gala at the Contemporary Jewish Museum
<p>A festive and fun-filled celebration for Bay Area families, featuring performances and activities that children, parents, grandparents, and friends can participate in together. Activities planned for the evening range from art making to music presentations, to participatory dancing and performance. Festive dress requested. Contemporary Jewish Museum 736 Mission Street (between Third and Fourth streets) San Francisco, CA 94103 Members: $60 Adults/$40 children Non-members: $100 Adults/$75 children For more information contact: bgross@thecjm.org, 415.655.7821</p>
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Music
11/14/2009 | Family Concert
Listen to the hip grooves, rocking guitar lines and tight rhymes that any age can enjoy with Alphabet Rocks at the Bay Area Discovery Museum. 11am. $12 adults, $10 children. 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito. 415-339-3900. alphabetrockers.com.
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Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Willy Wonka
Bay Area Educational Theater Company presents this story about an eccentric candy maker who hides five golden tickets in his candy bars that allows the ticket holders entry to his factory.. 7:30pm, Fri.; 2pm, Sat. and Sun.; and 2pm; and 7:30pm, Nov. 21. Cañada College Main Theatre, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd., Redwood City. 650-802-8423. bayareaetc.org.
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Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Mystery on 13th Street
San Carlos Children's Theater performs this fun production about a group of youngsters who solicit the town's strange inventor for help with a project at a local park only to find themselves trapped in his house where there have been mysterious disappearances and occurrences. 7pm, Fri. and Sat.; 1pm, Sun. $10-$12. Heather School Auditorium, 2757 Melendy Dr., San Carlos. 650-594-2730. sancarloschildrenstheater.com.
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Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Fiddler on the Roof
The Woodside Community Theatre presents this classic story about a poor dairyman who tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of their tight-knit Jewish community.. 7:30pm, Fri. and Sat.; 1:30pm, Sun. 199 Churchill Ave., Woodside. 650-562-3900. woodsidetheatre.com.
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Hands-on Activities
11/14/2009 | Snake Sculptures
Learn about snakes and then make a scaled snake sculpture at a Randall Museum drop-in workshop. 1-4pm. $4 per child, $6 per parent-child combo. 199 Museum Way. 415-554-9600. randallmuseum.org.
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Museum Events
11/14/2009 | Family Gala
The Contemporary Jewish Museum is hosting its first annual Family Gala featuring children's activities, art-making, music, dancing and food. 5:30-8:30pm. Non-members admission is $100 adults, $75 children, members admission is $60 adults, $40 children. 736 Mission St. 415-655-7821. cjm.org.
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Storyhours & Book Events
11/14/2009 | Family Storytime
Bring the whole family to Brisbane Library for stories, songs, activities and puppet shows. 11am. FREE. 250 Visitacion Ave. 415-467-2060. smcl.org.
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Films
11/14/2009 | Children's Movie Night
Families can snuggle up with some snacks and watch the Disney classic The Jungle Book at the Pacifica Sanchez Library. Rated PG. 7pm. FREE. 1111 Terra Nova Blvd., Pacifica. 650-359-3397. smcl.org.
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Museum Events
11/14/2009 | Free Intel Museum class teaches kids to make a musical holiday card
<p>Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am; 1:45pm; 3:30pm. Learn about computer chip science while making a musical greeting card! For ages 7+. 3 class times. Space is limited and reservations are required. The Intel Museum, 2200 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara. Free. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.intel.com/museum Email: museum@intel.com Phone: 408-765-0503</p>
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